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A rural community of ponds, small villages and private retreats
Looking at a map, one might notice that Griswold, a rural town 7 miles east of Norwich, is dotted with blue. Rivers, ponds and streams flow through Griswold. The area used to be a fishing ground for the Mohegan people, and its waterways were used to power ironworks and sawmills over the past 200 years. For homebuyers, Griswold’s most striking feature is its land. “People who want a yard, privacy and an acre or more, especially if they have dogs, find what they’re looking for in Griswold,” says Kelly Lucas, a Realtor with Re/Max Legends, who grew up in the region. “They want to get away from the hubbub of the shore.” With the borough of Jewett City and several villages, Griswold has subdivisions scattered throughout. Only convenience stores and gas stations occasionally break up the darkness at night. “It’s a bedroom community,” says Realtor and broker-owner of Garden Realty Greg Hanner. “Griswold is a residential town with little retail or industry. It’s more agriculturally based, with state parks, forests and, of course, ponds. It’s why people choose Griswold. Most commutes to New London or Groton are no more than 30 minutes.”
Breathe in the beauty of Griswold, CT from this stunning aerial vantage point.
Spot the Griswold Town Hall sign proudly displayed in Downtown Griswold, CT.
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Classic suburban homes with the privacy of country living
Ranch-style homes are the most common in Griswold. They include midcentury houses built in the ‘50s and raised ranches from the ‘70s and ‘80s. Many feature back decks that look out to in-ground pools, fruit trees, and raised garden beds. Some offer covered front porches and attached garages. Overall, they range in price from $200,000 to $550,000. Cape Cods, too, are prominent in the neighborhood, from one-bedrooms on an acre or more of land priced at $150,000 to three and four-bedroom houses on over 4 acres priced at $450,000. Colonial-style homes, some built as early as 1830, are strewn throughout the town and well maintained, with updated kitchens, large master suites and cathedral ceilings. Many are waterfront properties that feature private beaches and docks. These homes list from $350,000 to $820,000. “No matter where you go in Griswold, you’ll find a blend of suburban homes,” Luca says. “Cape Cods are popular, but ranches fly off the shelves. Any house in good condition tends to go fast.”
Griswold, CT offers a variety of ranch style homes in its inviting community.
Discover the timeless charm of Cap Cod style homes in Griswold, CT.
Griswold, CT is renowned for its stunning colonial architecture found throughout the area.
Explore Griswold, CT for beautiful colonial homes with classic appeal and pond access.
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Water is central to Griswold recreation
Pachaug Pond, a centerpiece of Griswold, is the largest inland body of water east of the Connecticut River. Residents can fish, swim and use their powerboats on this freshwater pond. A marina with a public boat launch is on its southern end. Pachaug Pond is home to over 200 lakefront properties and is a winter favorite of cross-country skiers and snowmobilers. Hopeville Pond State Park, north of Pachaug, is another recreational area where the Mohegan Tribe once fished and a woolen mill once stood. Today, like Pachaug, it is a freshwater reservoir created when the Pachaug River was damned. Fishing, swimming and paddling are common activities on this tranquil waterway surrounded by old-growth forest. To the west, River Ridge Golf Course is an 18-hole, par-72 championship course built on a former apple orchard near the Quinebaug River. Golfers face challenges at all skill levels as they take in the rolling hills and scenic vistas of this riverside course.
Relax at Hopeville Pond State Park and enjoy sunbathing or swimming in Griswold, CT.
Gather your friends for a perfect day of golf at River Ridge Golf Course in Griswold.
Bring your furry friend for a bath at Driscoll Pond in Voluntown, near Griswold.
Trail walkers and their dogs explore the scenic trails at Pachaug State Park, Griswold.
Find small, moving homes with beautiful pond access at Pachaug Pond, Griswold.
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From shopping at Lisbon Landing to fresh ice cream at Buttonwood Farm
Griswold residents who want to shop big-box can head to Lisbon Landing off Interstate 395, where they’ll find a Walmart Supercenter, a Target, a Lowe’s and a Home Depot. Moviegoers will also find the AMC Classic Lisbon 12 theaters and a few chain restaurants. For an upscale lunch or dinner nearby, Tullis Taproom serves beer and cocktails in a rustic setting with exposed wood beams and other country touches. “Tullis is one of my favorite restaurants,” Lucas says, “because my fiancé and I had our first date there. It’s part of the River Ridge Golf Course, so the views are beautiful.” For a sweet treat, Buttonwood Farm Ice Cream is on the eastern side of Pachaug Pond. This family-owned business has served the community since 1975 and is known for its more than 50 flavors of fresh ice cream and its sunflowers, which are grown for charity. The dairy farm even makes sunflower ice cream during the sunflower harvest in July. Campbell’s Farm Stand is another place where residents can take home something fresh in season, like ears of corn, peaches and cantaloupes.
Walmart in Lisbon is a go to spot for Griswold residents, only minutes away.
AMC Classic in Lisbon offers great movies just minutes from Griswold, CT.
Find fresh, local produce and meat at Campbell's Farm Stand in Griswold, CT.
After golfing, unwind with a meal and drink at Tullis Taproom in Griswold, CT.
Indulge in farm fresh cow ice cream at Buttonwood Farm, close to Griswold.
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Sunflower Festival in Griswold
Each year, Buttonwood Farm plants over 14 acres of sunflowers. Better Homes and Gardens has named Buttonwood's sunflower field one of the country's 11 most beautiful. Some 300,000 flowers are harvested, bundled and sold for $3 each during the annual Sunflower Festival in July. Proceeds from the week-long event go to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Connecticut.
Celebrate summer at the sunflower festival held at Buttonwood Farms, Griswold.
Get a scoop of fresh cow ice cream at Buttonwood Farm, just a short drive from Griswold, CT.
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Griswold Public School District technology and athletics
Griswold schools are part of the Griswold Public Schools District, which receives a C-plus from Niche. Located on a joint campus with the middle and high schools, Griswold Elementary, a PK-4 school and C-plus-rated, has SmartBoard technology in every classroom. Its learning labs have enough computers for every student. At Griswold Middle, another C-plus school serving fifth through eighth graders, students can choose from clubs and activities like Girls Who Code and sports teams, including girls and boys cross country, soccer and basketball. At Griswold High, a B-minus school, student-athletes compete in the Eastern Connecticut Conference and have been state champions dozens of times, especially the boys cross country team, which has won 14 state championships since 1990. Sacred Heart University shares facilities on the Griswold Public School District campus and offers masters-level courses and certifications to teachers in the area.
Just minutes from Voluntown, Griswold Elementary School is a local favorite.
Griswold Middle School serves local students from nearby Voluntown, CT.
Voluntown students thrive at Griswold High School, minutes from home.
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Public transportation, highways and other resources for the Griswold community
Southeast Area Transit or SEAT Buses carry passengers within Jewett City and out to the Griswold Public Schools campus and the Lisbon Landing shopping center. Riders can catch another bus to Norwich 7 miles west on Route 12. The nearest Amtrak station is in Mystic, 20 miles south. Interstate 395 is a major highway that comes through Griswold, connecting drivers south to Norwich and north to Boston, 90 miles away. Backus Hospital in Norwich is the closest medical center. Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport is the nearest airport in Providence, 35 miles east.
SEAT Buses offer easy local connections throughout Griswold, CT.
Griswold's I-395 Highway provides easy access to major urban centers.
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Environmental concerns for the Griswold area
With Pachaug Pond, Hopeville Pond, and several other ponds and bodies of water throughout Griswold, homes near water or in low-lying areas are more susceptible to flooding during heavy rains. Wind gusts, too, tend to be stronger around the ponds because of the lack of resistance. On the other hand, the rural countryside of this farming community is quiet, with no noise pollution.
Discover charming views of homes by the pond in Griswold, CT.
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Welcome to your dream retreat! Built in 2012, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the perfect blend of charm, comfort, and lakeside living. Nestled in a serene community with direct water access and breathtaking views of Pachaug Pond. Step inside to find gleaming hardwood floors throughout the main living area, and cozy up by the impressive stone gas fireplace, accented
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Pleasant View Estates boasts 102 Newly Constructed 2 & 3 Bedroom Luxury Townhouse Apartments in beautiful Griswold, CT! Featuring luxury style comforts and close proximity to highways and the tri-state area all the while being tucked away as a quiet community in the privacy of the hidden hills of Griswold. Each unit has their own parking, patio or deck, and a garage*.
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